Your new company

A Software company is looking for a Group Financial Controller (m/f/d) to join its new SSC, in Lisbon.

Your new role

The Group Financial Controller will report to the Deputy Group Finance Director and have people directly reporting to them with a wider team of Financial Controllers and General Ledger Accountants. You will be responsible for:

• Lead and co-ordinate the day-to-day operations of the finance team
• Month-end close activities and reporting
• Completion and filing of the annual financial statements for the legal entities including liaising with local auditors and co-ordination the audit process (across different countries)
• Support with the Annual Group Audit
• Analysing financial data including control of balance sheet accounts
• Managing financial transactions including approval of payments
• Streamlining accounting functions and operations
• Evaluating and managing risk including improvements in internal controls
• System improvements including automation of activities where appropriate
• Involved in M&A activities like Due diligence and integrations

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate should have:

• 5+ years of experience within Financial Control domain from a multinational organisation
• Masters degree in Finance / Accounting or any equivalent study
• Experience in team management
• Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals
• Auditing experience
• Compliance oriented
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Familiar with working in a shared service environment, preferably in an outsourcing context
• Analytical skills
• Good communication skills (English required)
• Excellent interpersonal skills

What you'll get in return

The opportunity to join a growing company that offers career progression, hybrid working-models, and work-life balance. A chance to participate in the development of an international leading software firm, where you have the freedom and autonomy to be successful. An attractive salary while working in a challenging international environment. Enthusiastic colleagues who like to learn from each other. You will be part of a company that invest in your personal and professional growth.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. #1028112